Philips SL400i manual What you need to know about networks, Already built-in

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Chapter 13 - What you need to know about networks

Important note: The SL400i has a built-in wireless network adapter and is a wireless network device exactly like the PCs with a wireless network adapter in the illustrations below.

A network provides a means of communication between two or more computers (and other devices) that are connected to each other through wired or wireless means.

WIRED

At each computer, you will need a network adapter or Network Interface Card (NIC) to be able to connect the computer to the network cable. Examples are:

Ethernet
Already built-in	PCI expansion card	USB/Ethernet cable	Ethernet notebook
			adapter

WIRELESS

At each computer, you will need to install a WiFi wireless network adapter to be able to connect to another wireless network device. Examples are:

Already built-in	Wireless PCI	Wireless USB
	expansion card	adapter

Wireless notebook

adapter

You do not need to open your PC to connect a wireless USB/notebook adapter (available from Philips) or USB/Ethernet cable to your PC.

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Contents Wifi Wireless Multimedia Link Front view Rear view European Regulations SL 400i/00SL 400i/05 SL 400i/19Packaging contents IntroductionSL400i This is what this manual will help you to doRear view Front viewConnects the SL400i to your TV set Index IntroductionImportant information Safety PrecautionsIf appropriate at hand Start by installing Philips Media Manager Installing the softwareDouble-clicking the icon opens the Media Manager window Option B If you already have a wireless computer network Connecting the SL400iYour PC or wired network If you do not have a wireless computer network Option a InstallingInstall the Wireless USB Adapter included in the box Have fun Wireless Network Name Ssid If you already have a wireless computer network Option BEncryption key English Have fun If you want to make a wired connection Option C Important only use CAT.5 shielded Ethernet cable STPEnglish Have fun Enabling broadband Internet entertainment InternetRegistration for free Internet services Pressing the Internet button for the first timeHave fun Internet Using the SL400iPC Link This is the basic way of navigating through all the menus Basic navigationTo go back to a previous menu, press Upgradeability Trademarks Additional informationEnvironmental information DisclaimerProblem solving Audio/video problems Problem Possible causeProblem Possible cause Solution PC / Network problems Problem Possible causeProblem Possible cause Remote Control Remote control buttonsAccesses the SL400i settings Selects one of the available usersPlacing batteries Using the remote controlDegree angles to either side Entering or editing numeric and text information Navigation keysDirect number key entry SMS TEXT-style keysJump To number keys on the remote control Advanced navigation and advanced SL400i functionsNavigation view Smart NavigationPlay View For moviesFor photos For musicAdvanced Philips Media Manager uses About ‘My.Philips.com’Overview of SL400i connections AudioOptions menu Main Menu System MenuPicture Menu TV ShapeNetwork menu Static IP settings Computer that provides Internet Connection SharingThis should be a valid IP Address, like See DNSPreferences menu Parental Level DisclaimerWhat you need to know about networks Already built-inWired Network with More than TWO PCs Wireless Network with More than TWO PCsAlso known as Direct connection network max. two PCs Also known as ad-hoc / peer-to-peerAdvanced wireless network information What are wireless network connections?Securing your wireless network Securing your network from Internet accessDOs and DONTs of securing your wireless network DontSetting the encryption key for the SL400i Entering an encryption keySetting the encryption key for your Wireless USB Adapter Enter the same encryption key for the Wireless USB AdapterICS configuration and usage issues Internet Connection SharingEnabling Internet Connection Sharing ICS Enabling Internet Connection Sharing for Windows XPEnabling Internet Connection Sharing for Windows 98SE Enabling Internet Connection Sharing for Windows Me Enabling Internet Connection Sharing for Windows Advanced Network Problem solving Movies will not playFor Windows 98SE / Windows Me Check your computers IP configuration as followsFor Windows XP / Windows Streaming Streamium Vertical position Advanced TV Setting Wireless Base Station wireless gateway routerMost popular type of wired home network GlossaryTechnical specifications JPEG, BMP, GIFSerial nr

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